For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,112 students in 89122, NV.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 89122, NV are Cortney Francis H Junior High School and Cowan Academic Center J-shs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 89122 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Nevada public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 45% statewide average). Middle schools in 89122, NV have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nevada public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public middle school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 89122, NV Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cortney Francis H Junior High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5301 E Hacienda Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89122
(702) 799-2400
Las Vegas, NV 89122
(702) 799-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 1,014 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Cowan Academic Center J-shs
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5300 E Russell Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89122
(702) 799-6380
Las Vegas, NV 89122
(702) 799-6380
Gr: 6-12 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 89122, NV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 89122, NV include Cortney Francis H Junior High School and Cowan Academic Center J-shs.
How many public middle schools are located in 89122?
2 public middle schools are located in 89122.
What is the racial composition of students in 89122?
89122 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Nevada public middle schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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